Meet our Team

Meet Our Team

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Psychiatric Team
Executive Team
Medical Team
Neuro Team
Clinical Team
Admissions
Gambling Program
Sober Skills Program

Sherief Moustafa, BSN, RN, CAP, ICDAC

Chief Executive Officer
Rami Sleiman, BS, CHC

Chief Compliance and Operations Officer
Dr. Ahmed Howeedy, MD, MRO

Director of Medicine
Nicholas J. Dogris, Ph.D., BCN, QEEG-D

Director of Neurotherapy Services
Dr. Beau Nelson, DBH, LCSW

Director Of Clinical Services
Barbara Dunkiel

Human Resources Director
Susan Roy

Chief Strategy Officer
Donny Martinelli

Director of Admissions
Dr. Albert Castellon

Medical Director
Theodore Treese, MD

Psychiatrist
Tiffany Santos, LMHC, MS
Guillermo Granados, PA
Jimmy Cassis, ARNP, BC

Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Julia La Rocca DHSc, PA-C

Physician Assistant
Dr. Antonio Rotondo

Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Specializing in Neuropsychology
Dr. Rachael Bishop

Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Specializing in Neuropsychology
Donnell Neal, CAC CBHT

Director Of Operations
Titus Tucker, MSW, EdD

Assistant Clinical Director
Anne Weymouth, CAP, CCJAP, CSAT-C, ICADC, MS, LMHC

Director of the First Responder Program
Ivona Bhadha, LCSW

Director of Family Services
Nadine Henry, LMHC

Specialty Services (DBT, EMDR)
Matthew Hurley

Care Coordinator
Venise Patterson

Director of Food Services
John Dreyer

Director of Care Coordination
Ralph Tenaglia

Assistant Director of Admissions
Jeffrey Weinstein

National Outreach Coordinator
Craig Ewing

National Outreach Liaison
Art Jacob

Director of Sober Skills Program
Susan Naverson

Gambling Program Therapist

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Sherief Moustafa, BSN, RN, CAP, ICDAC

Chief Executive Officer

Sherief Moustafa is the founder, owner, and CEO of FHE Health Group. For over 25 years, Mr. Moustafa has dedicated his career to the advancement of excellence in behavioral healthcare. Nationally recognized as an innovator in the field, Sherief was named to Cambridge Who’s Who in 2010 for his dedication and leadership in rehabilitation services.

Mr. Moustafa’s mission to make high-quality behavioral healthcare both accessible and affordable began during his time at Harvard Teaching Hospital and in nursing supervisory roles. His subsequent experience in real estate development and entrepreneurship led him to establish Florida House Experience in 2002. FHE has expanded steadily in both size and breadth of services since its inception to its position today as one of the most highly respected names in behavioral health. Sherief is an expert in clinical operations, growth-oriented investment strategy, business development, and multi-location facility management, as well as in the design of functional and elegant healthcare facilities.

A devoted philanthropist and dedicated community leader, Sherief’s vision and generosity provide hundreds of individual treatment scholarships and educational services for both families and organizations. His fearless leadership inspires others, endears him to employees and has resulted in consecutive annual awards for best workplace. Mr. Moustafa attributes his success to his faith in God and following his calling.

Rami Sleiman, BS, CHC

Chief Compliance and Operations Officer

Rami Sleiman is the Chief Compliance and Operations Officer of the Florida House Experience. Mr. Sleiman is from Boston, Massachusetts and a graduate from Trinity College (CT) with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. He holds a certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) and specializes Healthcare Operations. He has designed and implemented systems of compliance throughout the organization, connecting quality of care with documentation, billing, risk management, regulatory guidelines, and outcomes.

Mr. Sleiman has successfully passed multiple accreditation surveys, licensure inspections, and insurance audits with top marks. He has designed and implemented multiple clinical programs in compliance with local, federal, and regulatory guidelines. Rami also chairs multiple committees within the organization.

Mr. Sleiman maintains a passion for self-discovery. For this reason, he is student of philosophy, meditation and entrepreneurship.

Rami Sleiman Contact Information:
Phone: 954-794-7956

Dr. Ahmed Howeedy, MD, MRO

Director of Medicine

Dr. Howeedy completed his undergraduate studies in Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Miami as an Honors Cum Laude Graduate. He went on to obtain his medical degree from the University of South Florida in Tampa as a USF College of Medicine Scholarship Recipient, and inducted into the College of Medicine Gold Humanism Honor Society. Dr. Howeedy pursued his Family Medicine training in Michigan, and served as a Clinical Resident Instructor with the College of Human Medicine at MSU.

He currently trains and supervises many Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in the area, as he has a love and passion for teaching.

Dr. Howeedy is a member of the American Medical Association, Florida Medical Association, American Academy of Family Practitioners, American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, and the American Society of Addiction Medicine.

Since joining FHEM in October of 2015, Dr. Howeedy focus has been implementing a Collaborative Care Model here at FHEM that integrates Medicine and Behavioral Health, from the time when the patient is admitted, through outpatient treatment, and ensuring continuity of care as they transition back into the community.

Nicholas J. Dogris, Ph.D., BCN, QEEG-D

Director of Neurotherapy Services

Dr. Dogris has a unique blend of clinical, research and development experience in the field of neurostimulation and neuromodulation. Dr. Dogris is a licensed health psychologist and neuroscientist who practices in Santa Barbara, California.

Dr. Dogris is the neurorehabilitation director at the Florida House Experience in Deerfield Beach, Florida. He is an expert in the field of psychology with board certifications in neurofeedback and quantitative electroencephalography (QEEG) analysis. He has been in the electroencephalography (EEG) field for 30 years and began his work while attending Humboldt State University working on P300 research in 1987.

Dr. Dogris earned his PhD from the California School of Professional Psychology and holds four advanced degrees. He has worked in the field for 27 years and has experience working with a wide variety of mental health populations including children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Dogris has held positions as the Program Chief of Mono County Mental Health, Orange County Mental Health, Inyo County Mental Health and College Hospital. He has been mentored by some of the founders of the field of neurofeedback and has had the pleasure of developing innovations with them.

Dr. Dogris has developed numerous neurofeedback protocols and innovations on multiple platforms and is recognized as a leading expert in his field. He developed the first, synchronized, neuromodulation and neurostimulation system that utilized normed referenced data and QEEG analysis for the treatment of multiple neurological problems. This system, known as NeuroField, combines pulsed electromagnetic fields (pEMF) and transcranial alternating/direct current stimulation (tDCS/tACS) with EEG neurofeedback so as to optimize the functioning of the human brain.

Dr. Dogris has developed over 200 protocols for the NeuroField system and continues to create new innovations for the Florida House Experience patients with a specific emphasis on reducing cravings, reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression and helping to restore normal sleeping patterns. pEMF, tDCS and tACS has been shown in the scientific research to be an effective, safe method for the treatment of depression, anxiety, traumatic brain injury, drug addiction, insomnia and ADHD. Dr. Dogris brings all of his clinical and research skills to the Florida House Experience as the director of the Neurorehabilitation Department.

Dr. Beau Nelson, DBH, LCSW

Director Of Clinical Services

Dr. Nelson leads the Clinical Services and Neurosciences departments at The Florida House Experience. He is over all the programs, clinical staff, and administratively manages the activities of the Neurosciences department. Dr. Nelson’s experience includes work in acute psychiatric care, general medical settings, and across the continuum of care for client services. Dr. Nelson specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, behavioral management of medical conditions, and is specially trained in Integrated Behavioral Healthcare, which is the coordination of a collaborative care model, maximizing medical, psychiatry, and clinical services to treat the whole person.

Barbara Dunkiel

Human Resources Director

With over 30 years’ experience Barbara has held the title of Director of Human Resources for nationally recognized rehabilitation and healthcare corporations. She was awarded by the supreme court of Florida, County court Mediator for several counties throughout Florida from 2004 through 2015. Barbara has proved herself indispensable to the Florida House Experience. Setting the bar with our staff training, development, performance management and employee relations skills set have contributed to The Florida House Experience best practices and has retained our position as one of the “Top Work Places” by the Sun-Sentinel for three years in a row.

Susan Roy

Chief Strategy Officer

Donny Martinelli

Director of Admissions

Donald “Donny” Martinelli first established himself in the workforce through the automotive industry. During his career of almost 20 years, he advanced into executive management and earned national recognition for superior customer service and satisfaction. His achievements made it evident that Donald’s determination to help others was a prominent part of his professional life even before entering the Healthcare industry. This passion, as well as his multifaceted experience and management expertise, made Donald uniquely qualified for the field of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. After leaving the automotive industry, Donald established a career in medical SUD treatment and recovery that now spans more than 13 years. Like many professionals in this specialized field of the Healthcare industry, Donald has personal experience in coping with SUD. His own recovery from SUD has lasted over most of his adult life. Today, Donald is the Director of Admissions, for The Florida House Experience located in Deerfield Beach, Florida. As a business leader, he is responsible for upholding industry standards for all aspects of patient care and staff professionalism. His notable success in building and leading our multidisciplinary treatment teams demonstrates a compassion for patients that leaves a lasting impression. Moreover, Donald’s honest representation of our programs and services allows patients in recovery to have the best treatment experience possible. His passion for changing lives— whether it’s his patients’, employees’, or coworkers’— has always been his focus. As the Director of Admissions, and as someone who understands the SUD treatment and recovery processes firsthand, Donald’s ultimate goal is to assist others in reaching their fullest potential.

Dr. Albert Castellon

Medical Director

Dr. Castellon obtained his undergraduate degree in Psychology at The University of Miami. He later attended Escuela Autonoma de Ciencias Medicas in Costa Rica where he received his Doctorate in Medicine. He then returned to the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, where he completed his Residency in Psychiatry. Dr. Castellon has worked as an attending physician at Memorial Regional Hospital, Broward Health Medical Center and Broward Health Imperial Point as well as managing a successful outpatient practice. Dr. Castellon specialized in emergency psychiatry, psychiatric consultation liaison, and inpatient psychiatry and addiction medicine. He held the position as Chairman for the Department of Psychiatry at Broward Health Medical Center from 2008 – 2014. Dr. Castellon joined The Florida House Experience approximately 5 years ago and has served as Medical Director. Dr Castellon is an active member of the American Psychiatric Association, American Medical Association, American Association of Psychiatric Medicine, Association for Convulsive Therapy and American Society of Addiction Medicine.

Theodore Treese, MD

Psychiatrist

Dr. Treese completed his undergraduate education in psychology and his medical education both at the University of Miami, followed by completion of his psychiatry residency training at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. He next completed psychoanalytic training at the Contemporary Freudian Society in Washington D.C. as he established himself in addiction treatment and in outpatient psychiatric practice. He is board certified by the ABPN in adult psychiatry and by the ABPM in addiction medicine; and he is an active member of the American Psychiatric Association, the Florida Psychiatric Society, the American Society of Addition Medicine, the International Psychoanalytical Association, and the American Psychoanalytic Association. Areas of strong interest by Dr. Treese include addiction treatment, psychoanalysis and psychotherapy, and forensic psychiatry. He aims to help patients to understand their problems at their most underlying levels so that a more permanent and stable recovery may be started at The Florida House.

Tiffany Santos, LMHC, MS

Tiffany D. Santos is a licensed mental health counselor. Tiffany received her bachelor’s degree in psychology at Florida International University. Tiffany went on to obtain her master’s degree in mental health counseling from Nova Southeastern University. With over 6 years working in the mental health field, Tiffany has professional experience as a group facilitator, clinician, and clinical director. Tiffany is passionate about working with adults who have mental health and substance use diagnosis in a variety of settings. Tiffany has experience providing individual and group psychotherapy with adults, adolescents, couples and families, in residential treatment facilities, outpatient programs, and non-profit organizations. Tiffany is a compassionate therapist that focuses on client’s strengths to empower and support them to make their own positive and healthy lifestyle choices.

Guillermo Granados, PA

Mr. Guillermo Granados M.S., P.A.-C, is a foreign medical graduate who is practicing as a board certified physician assistant and is also a NRCME medical examiner. He graduated with honors from Miami Dade College Physician Assistant School. He subsequently attained a master’s degree in advanced physician assistant studies with a concentration in family and clinical medicine from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences, (ATSU) in Mesa, Arizona.

Mr. Granados has been practicing medicine since 2006, the last 10 years in urgent care and family medicine. He began his medical career when he decided to serve our Country’s military as an Army combat medic for 10 years. He accomplished his premedical studies while in active duty service at different installations. He has been practicing medicine in diverse settings to include family medicine, urgent care, pharmaceutical clinical research, occupational and emergency medicine at Mercy Hospital in Coral Gables, Miami. Mr. Granados serves as an active clinical associate preceptor for Nova University and Miami Dade College Physician Assistant programs. Mr. Granados enjoys time with his family and is grateful to be able to assist anyone in need of his medical services.

Jimmy Cassis, ARNP, BC

Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Cassis has over twenty-five years of experience in multiple mental health and chemical dependency settings. He has served in acute psychiatric crisis units, inpatient psychiatric care, inpatient rehabilitation treatment and medical detox units. Mr. Cassis completed his initial nursing studies in Montreal, Canada. He then proceeded to complete his Bachelors and Masters Level nursing at Florida International University, specializing in mental health nursing. He is currently adjunct Professor of Nursing at Florida International University. He believes in a patient centered approach and assists individuals in obtaining self-actualization. The combination of his experience and ongoing compassion support the formulation of interventions for successful patient outcomes.

Dr. Julia La Rocca DHSc, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Dr. Julia La Rocca has over twenty-five years’ experience working in the field of family, geriatric, psychiatric, urgent care and addiction medicine. In addition, she is a professor and clinical preceptor for Miami-Dade College Physician Assistant Program for over five years. She has taught a variety of subjects to include but not limited to physical diagnosis, nephrology, urology, and geriatric medicine. Dr. La Rocca started her career as a Registered Nurse and later furthered her career graduating from Miami-Dade College as a Physician Assistant in 2001. Dr. La Rocca graduated in 2010 form Nova Southeastern University with a doctorate degree in health science. She has a passion for teaching and is active member of Florida Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.

Dr. Antonio Rotondo

Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Specializing in Neuropsychology

Dr. Antonio Rotondo, Psy.D. attained his bachelor’s degree in psychology at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. He obtained his master’s degree in clinical psychology at Barry University in Miami, FL and his doctorate in clinical psychology, with a concentration in neuropsychology, at the Florida School of Professional Psychology in Tampa, FL. He completed his predoctoral training at Pilgrim Psychiatric Center in Long Island, NY, and he completed his postdoctoral training at a neuropsychology independent group practice in West Palm Beach, FL. He specializes in neuropsychological assessment of adults suffering from substance abuse disorders, traumatic brain injury, stroke, cognitive disorders, and dementia. He is also skilled in the assessment of personality disorders and mental illness complicated by substance abuse. He has developed a diagnostic clinical approach to individuals with addictive, psychological, and cognitive disorders. Dr. Rotondo’s areas of focus and research interests include neuroscience, telomeres in dementia disorders, bipolar disorder, cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and existential psychotherapy.

Dr. Rachael Bishop

Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Specializing in Neuropsychology

Dr. Rachael Bishop is a licensed psychologist who has extensive experience in working with a wide variety of mental health populations to include children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Bishop assists the neurorehabilitation director at Florida House Experience, has herself over 11 years experience in the field of neuromodulation and neurotherapy, and is in the process of being board certified in neurofeedback. Dr. Bishop utilizes a variety of treatment interventions in her work with individuals who are struggling with mental health symptoms and/or addiction. She is well-versed not only in traditional talk therapy methods, but psychological and neuropsychological testing. Dr. Bishop also has substantial experience within the area of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and trauma. Dr. Bishop earned her Psy.D. from Nova Southeastern University. She is currently an adjunct professor at Nova Southeastern University’s Doctoral Psychology program, conducts evaluations for the Child Protection Team of Palm Beach County, and works in private practice as a forensic consultant.

Donnell Neal, CAC CBHT

Director Of Operations

Donnell Neal is the Director of Operations at Florida House Experience. He assures that the organization operates with efficiency, safety, and with quality of care. Mr. Neal is the glue of FHE, directing a team of behavioral health technicians, maintenance personnel, as well as managing admission, transition, and discharge processes. Donnell is versatile and maintains multiple functions within the organization.

Mr. Neal believes that everyone in life deserves a second chance. For this reason, he went on to become a Certified Addiction Counselor, and furthered his passion for helping people by studying Psychology at Phoenix University. Over the past 15 years, his passion to help others allows him to guide, coach and support those struggling with behavioral health issues.

Titus Tucker, MSW, EdD

Assistant Clinical Director

Anne Weymouth, CAP, CCJAP, CSAT-C, ICADC, MS, LMHC

Director of the First Responder Program

Anne Weymouth is currently the Program Director for “Shatterproof” the First Responder program at the Florida House Experience. The Shatterproof Group is a First Responder specific program which includes group therapy focused on managing PTSD and other co-occurring disorders, providing individual counseling sessions, multiple assessment tools as well as trauma-specific interventions such as EMDR and Neuro Rehab. The focus is gaining comprehension of how their trauma expresses itself, managing the symptoms effectively and substantially reducing the impact of trauma-related manifestations to improve quality of life, resilience and empower the client. Anne Weymouth was also the Program Manager for Station House Retreat which was a specialized and unique approach to treatment for First Responders suffering from addiction and other trauma-related symptoms. The program was designed based upon an evidence-based task-centered competency approach in which every component, group, assessment, session has specific objectives and curriculum to assist with the multifaceted struggles that First Responders face. The research focused approach has created the optimal opportunity for First Responders to receive the services that they need and to put them in a position for future success with greater understanding and relief of debilitating symptoms providing an opportunity for restoration of balance and integration.

Ms. Weymouth has a long history in the field and was the Clinical Director for United Recovery Project and created a curriculum built on the premise that using a task-centered competency-based approach to therapeutic interventions is vital to assisting clients with internalizing and accepting specific beliefs/understanding of key recovery and mental health paradigms. Anne has prior experience working with culturally specific populations and specializes in working with closed systems. Earlier work includes being a Supervisor of a Women’s Program, Clinician with the Seminole Tribe of South Florida as well as years of work with the Department of Corrections in the State of Florida. Anne’s background includes training in specialties such as sexual addiction, process addictions, and trauma therapy. Ms. Weymouth is an LMHC, a Certified Sexual Addiction and Trauma Therapist, a Certified Criminal Justice Professional and is a Certified Addiction Professional. She was also a member of the Faculty for The Academy for Addiction Professionals where she taught other professionals how to work in the field of addiction as they pursue the certification.

Ivona Bhadha, LCSW

Director of Family Services

Nadine Henry, LMHC

Specialty Services (DBT, EMDR)

Matthew Hurley

Care Coordinator

Venise Patterson

Director of Food Services

John Dreyer

Director of Care Coordination

Ralph Tenaglia

Assistant Director of Admissions

I am originally from North Reading Massachusetts and started working at The Florida House Experience in 2011. I really enjoy working here because I love to help people and be the support that people are looking for in their time of need.

Jeffrey Weinstein

National Outreach Coordinator

Craig Ewing

National Outreach Liaison

Art Jacob

Director of Sober Skills Program

Art Jacob came to The Florida House in 2004 and has worn many hats, including Admissions Coordinator, Director of Admissions, and presently Director of Sober Skills. A graduate of Springfield College, Art recalls: “I dedicated my life to helping others.” Addiction drove Art from institution to institution until he was able to find a spiritual path and a moral psychology that has freed him from the bondage of active addiction. When making amends to his parents, Art asked, “How can I make this right?” his mother’s response, “All we want is our son back. When I was trying to find you help, there was no money or insurance. No one would talk to me. What you can do for me now is speak to the parents who are trying to help their children. Bring them some hope.” Art does just that, every day.

Susan Naverson

Gambling Program Therapist

Behavioral Health and Intervention Consultant, Susan is a Nationally Board Certified Doctor of Oriental Medicine as well as a specialist in the fields of compulsive gambling and dual diagnosis. Prior experiences Included working as a Physician’s Assistant before deciding to return to Oriental Medical School. She co-founded the first treatment center in Florida to use alternative therapies along with western medicine to treat addiction as well as a dedicated treatment track for pathological gambling. During her twenty-one-year career in the field of addiction treatment, Sue has helped more than 1,500 pathological gamblers find recovery through the use of both alternative and western medicines.